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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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